Plaza Premium Lounge (PPL) marked the official launch of its flagship facility at Hong Kong International Airport (HKIA) West Hall (near Gate 40) with a cocktail reception and opening ceremony. the American Express Platinum Credit Card holder or citibank platinum and HSBC Premier World MasterCard holder have free access to the lounge.
Catering to single travellers, couples and large parties, guests can choose to take a seat at one of the booths, share a communal table or appreciate the panoramic view of the runway from one of the bar stools. While the neutral palette conveys warmth, the designers have taken full advantage of the full-length windows, inviting an abundance of natural light into the space.
Each area fulfils a different purpose – relaxing, dining or working – and is designed accordingly. While the lounge and bar areas feature soft lighting, hushed tones and subtle textures to create a mood of quiet calm, the dining spaces engage guests with their open kitchens, bold colours and tempting food displays. At the fully-equipped working station, executives can stay connected with the lounge’s free Wi-Fi, charge up their devices in one of the many power sockets, complete a transaction at the private workstations while enjoying the panoramic view of the airport runway.
a new dining concept in the West Hall Lounge with the launch of The Market Place. Catering to discerning diners with an appetite for variety, The Market Place comprises a range of food and beverage stalls, from a tea station serving Chinese milk tea and artisan, to a salad bar serving a range of healthy food options, to a Noodle Bar serving its signature Hong Kong-style fish ball noodles, steamed rice rolls and steamed dim sum. A feast for the senses, it is designed so that guests can interact with chefs at the various food stations and indulge in a selection of Hong Kong delicacies.
Interactivity is at the heart of the food concept. In the exclusive bar area, The Hub, together with the wine dispenser, hot and cold tapas will be served daily, this includes croquettes, daily soups, mezza platters etc. Providing an exceptional dining experience, first class guest can enjoy an a la carte menu, in the menu the slow-cooked rack of lamb roasted with Himalayan salt and rosemary with a side serving of thin-cut roast potatoes is in the spotlight.
PPL will provide around-the-clock dining options. Each evening guests can look forward to a selection of hot and cold tapas served in the two bars, complemented with a selection of wines.
Customised features – from the designer furniture to the unique lighting – contribute to the sense of exclusivity and bespoke comfort. The honeycomb-styled chairs, a highlight of the lounge, provide individual booth-like spaces, giving users a private area to engage in a quiet Skype chat or confidential phone call.
Intimate clusters of plush lounge chairs create a relaxing environment, while reclining chairs are strategically placed throughout the lounge, offering guests the chance to observe airport activities through the full-length wraparound balcony windows.
Visitors preparing for a long-haul flight or transit passengers can freshen up in one of the two showers, each one stocked with organic Jasmin Aromatique products from Australia.
“The opening of the West Hall Lounge at Hong Kong International Airport marks a new chapter for Plaza Premium Lounge,” notes Mr Song Hoi-see, Founder & CEO of Plaza Premium Lounge Management Limited. “For 15 years, our company has been enhancing the airport experience for passengers. In designing this flagship lounge, we continue to innovate the airport environment. To create this lounge we focused on enhancing the ambience, service, facilities and food and beverage offerings to create the ultimate airport retreat.”
On the day, PPL also launched its first Wine Journey. As part of its interactive service, they have installed a wine machine that will introduce wines by grape varietals or by region to give guests a better understanding of the wine culture. At the opening celebration, guests were introduced to unique American Wines from New York by Uncorked Wines, this will be the first of many wine journeys taking place at the lounge.
The opening of Plaza Premium Lounge’s 15,000 ft² facility at Hong Kong International Airport’s West Hall coincides with the Company’s 15th anniversary. “Plaza Premium Lounge understands travellers’ needs. What we provide is comfort, convenience and value to our guests,” said Mr. Song
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